At Tara Montessori School, children discover, learn, and grow — guided by the principles of Montessori and supported by nurturing educators.

Our Programs

  • Infant

    6 - 15 months

    Our Infant Program nurtures and guides children as they begin the journey of becoming lifelong learners.

  • Toddler

    16 - 22 months

    The Philosophy is ‘Follow the Child’. Children’s own love of exploration allows them to take the lead in their learning.

  • Transition

    22 months - 2.6 years

    We believe that children learn best when they are empowered and feel ownership in the classroom.

  • Pre-School & Kindergarten

    2.7 - 5+ years

    Children at Tara Montessori learn to approach new challenges with confidence. They are empowered to become creative, well-informed, passionate and joyful learners.

Since 1988

Tara Montessori School has been a cornerstone for early-childhood learning in Manchester-by-the-Sea and its surrounding communities.

Our holistic, child-centered curriculum empowers students—from infants to kindergarteners—to develop emotionally, socially, and cognitively. Rooted in Montessori ideals, we embrace "freedom within limits", encouraging self-directed work, peer collaboration, and joyful discovery

Why Montessori